Dental caries :- It is multifactorial microbial infectious disease characterized by demineralization of the inorganic destruction of the organic substance of the tooth.
Risk factor of dental caries are as follows :-
- Deep pits and fissures
- Lower socioeconomic status
- Recreational drug use
- Inadequate saliva flow
- Frequent snaking between meals
- Exposed roots
- Orthodontic appliances
- Any physical or mental illness or any oral application or restoration
- Inadequate exposure to flouride
- Visible heavy plaque on teeth
- Medium or high S. mutans and lactobacillus counts
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Writing :- notes made from mastering bds and Soben Peter books